Senior Database Administrator (SQL Server, OnPrem & AWS Cloud)

CHAMP Cargosystems Philippines, Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,674,000 - 3,348,000; Full time

Job summary

CHAMP Cargosystems Philippines, Inc. seeks an experienced Microsoft SQL Server DBA to manage on-premises and AWS-based databases, ensuring security, availability, and performance.

You will install, configure, and maintain SQL Server across versions, implement HA/DR, monitor with CloudWatch and SSMS, and automate tasks with PowerShell, T-SQL, Terraform, and AWS CLI. Collaboration with developers and operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE or related field.
• 7+ years as SQL Server DBA with 3+ years as Senior DBA.
• Experience with on-premises and cloud SQL Server environments (AWS).
• Azure/AWS certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server on Windows and Linux (on-premises and AWS).
• Performance Tuning: optimize queries, indexing, and execution plans.
• Backup and recovery strategies using native tools and AWS Backup.
• Implement and enforce database security controls (least privilege, encryption, auditing).
• High availability and disaster recovery design (Always On, Failover Clustering, Log Shipping).
• Plan and execute database patching and upgrades (on-premises and AWS).
• Diagnose and resolve database issues to minimize downtime.
• Monitor storage and performance (AWS CloudWatch).
• Develop/manage scripts with PowerShell, T-SQL, Terraform, AWS CLI.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and procedures.
• Collaborate with developers and admins for deployment and migration to AWS.
• Participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Microsoft SQL Server architecture

T-SQL

PowerShell scripting

Oracle Database

PostgreSQL

Database security

Always On Availability Groups

Failover Clustering

Log Shipping

Replication

SSMS

SQL Profiler

Extended Events

Windows Server

Linux

AWS cloud database services

Analytical skills

Communication

Autonomy

Incident/change management

Git and CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other relevant courses

Tools

SSMS

SQL Server Profiler

Extended Events

Job description

Overview

CHAMP Cargosystems provides the most comprehensive range of integrated IT solutions and distribution services for the air cargo transport chain. The portfolio spans core management systems, messaging services, and eCargo solutions. These include applications to meet customs and security requirements, quality optimization as well as e-freight and mobility needs. The products and services are well known under the Cargospot and Traxon brands.

The company serves over 200 airlines and GSAs, and links these with some 3,000 forwarders and GHAs worldwide. CHAMP’s solutions help its customers and their clients adapt to critical and continuous changes in air transport logistics to meet global trade demands.

CHAMP Cargosystems is headquartered in Luxembourg and operates offices in London, Zurich, Frankfurt, Manila, Singapore and Atlanta.

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Philippines

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server 2019, 2022 and 2025 on Windows and Linux, both on-premises and on AWS (RDS and EC2-hosted instances).

• Performance Tuning: Monitor and optimize SQL Server performance, including query tuning, indexing strategy, and execution plan analysis.

• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies, leveraging native SQL Server backup tools and AWS Backup, to ensure data integrity and availability.

• Implementand enforcedatabasesecuritycontrols,includingleast-privilegeaccess, user andprivileged-accountmanagement,encryptionatrestand in transit (includingTDE and AlwaysEncrypted),auditing,vulnerabilityremediation,securitypatching, and complianceevidence.

• Design and implement high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, such as Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, Log Shipping, and AWS Multi-AZ/cross-region replication.

• Plan and execute database patching and upgrades, on-premises and on AWS, to maintain currency and supportability.

• Diagnose and resolve database-related issues promptly to minimize downtime.

• Monitor database storage and performance metrics, including AWS CloudWatch metrics, to plan for future capacity needs.

• Develop and maintain scripts for database management and automation tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL, and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and the AWS CLI.

• Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures.

• Collaborate closely with application developers, system administrators, and customers to support application development and deployment.

• Support migration of on-premises databases to AWS (RDS for SQL Server, EC2-hosted SQL Server) and manage cloud-native database services.

• Participate in an on-call rotation to support critical systems and incident response.

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server architecture and components.

• Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell scripting.

• Hands-on experience with Oracle Database and PostgreSQL environments is an advantage.

• Strong knowledge of database security principles, including least privilege, role-based access control, encryption, auditing, secure configuration, vulnerability management, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, Failover Cluster Instances, Log Shipping, and Replication.

• Familiarity with database monitoring tools such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Server Profiler, and Extended Events.

• Strong understanding of operating systems (Windows Server, Linux).

• Solid hands-on experience with AWS cloud database services (RDS for SQL Server, EC2-hosted SQL Server, AWS Backup, CloudWatch, IAM) is required.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to work autonomously and flexibly across working hours when operationally required

• Experience supporting incident, problem and change-management processes, including root-cause analysis

• Working knowledge of Git and CI/CD practices for version-controlled database scripts and infrastructure automation

• Good English verbal and written communication skills, including writing technical documentation

• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation, including evenings, and weekends as needed.

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, or equivalent SQL Server certification is an advantage

Relevant AWS certification, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer, is an advantage.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other relevant courses

• At least 7 years' experience as a Microsoft SQL Server DBA, with at least 3 years as a Senior SQL Server DBA, including hands-on experience managing SQL Server databases in On premises and cloud environments

Security: the successful candidate will have to comply with CHAMP Security Requirements (including but not limited to CHAMP’s IT Security Policies, especially the ISMS Policy and the Acceptable Use Policy, mandatory courses, confidentiality and data protection, use of company assets, and incident reporting).

CHAMP Cargosystems is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, ethnic background, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Please note that any personal data that you submit along with your application will be processed by CHAMP and may be processed by any of its global entities as necessary. These data will be treated in strict compliance with the applicable data protection legislation (i.e. the Law of 2 August 2002 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data, as amended, and Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016, - the GDPR -, which entered into force on 25 May 2018, as well as any other subsequent regulation).Please follow the link to the CHAMP Candidates Privacy Notice for further information.